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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What town does Stevens explore in the morning?

2. How is Mr. Farraday different from Lord Darlington?

3. What changed the ambassador's demeanor?

4. What good news does Miss Kenton have about her daughter?

5. What does Stevens secretly think about Lord Darlington?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Explain Stevens' emotionally repressed behavior. Why do you think he behaves the way he does? Why does Stevens maintain a cool reserve even in his personal life? Does Stevens even have a personal life?

Essay Topic 2

What is the action or item that has precipitated Stevens' latest endeavor? How is he affected by this action or item? How is Stevens' response so out of character for his usual rigid demeanor?

Essay Topic 3

Define the role of a butler in a great household. How does Stevens fit in that description. Is Stevens happy with his profession? Would he have chosen it if he had had other options? Explain.

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